Family

Making child’s play of Easter

Easter is around the corner and the kids have a whole week off from school. What to do with all…

2 years ago

‘You either laugh or cry’

Donna Richmond talks to Monika Björn, who is speaking at Sara on 21st March, about her fight to get Sweden…

2 years ago

What’s going on during Sportlov?

In this guide, Vicky Taylor tells us all about Skellefteå activities for the annual Swedish sports vacation, Sportlov. Whether you’re…

2 years ago

No business like snow business!

Alpine, or downhill, skiing in Skellefteå municipality offers everything from nursery slopes to off-piste skiing. Try the city center Vitbergsbacken…

2 years ago

Stretch those legs! Reviving winter walks

After demolishing that julbord, stuffing yourself with pepparkaka and nearly drowning in glögg, perhaps it’s time to go for a…

2 years ago

‘We had forgotten how lucky we are to live in Norrland… until we went abroad’

A few years ago Paul Connolly and his girlfriend, Donna, went on their first trip away from Sweden since the…

2 years ago

When Christmas cultures collide

Rehana Lothian talks to three cross-cultural, international Skellefteå couples about their experiences of Christmas in Norrland. There’s that duck again!…

2 years ago

Fun for the whole family this Christmas

New to town with a family in tow, and want some festive ideas for the whole family? Charlotte Garbutt has…

3 years ago

Crafting a Norrland Christmas

With Christmas fast approaching, Sandra Marklund offers a thorough 'Ask a Local' guide on how to craft a cosy Norrland…

3 years ago

Christmas, the Norrland way

Is this your first festive season in northern Sweden? Not sure what to expect? Let Marina Georgescu be your guide…

3 years ago